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    Gay Des Moines Guide 2025

    Des Moines is the capital city of the state of Iowa and home its largest gay scene.

    Des Moines is one of the fastest growing cities in the Midwest. There are plenty of trails around the city to explore. You'll find plenty of bars, restaurants and the gay scene in the East Village. 

    Des Moines was initially established as a fort. The city is located right by the Des Moines River, and it's in the "Corn Belt."

    Gay Bars in De Moines

      The Blazing Saddle
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      416 E 5th Street, Des Moines, USA

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      The Blazing Saddle is the longest running gay bar in De Moines. It's been hailed as the gay “Cheers”. “Never a Cover and Always a Double” is the bar's motto. Bob “Mongo” Eikleberry opened the Saddle in October of 1983. It's a key part of the Historic East Village in Des Moines.
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      Weekday: Mon-Fri: 2pm-1:30am

      Weekend: Sat-Sun: 2pm-1:30am

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      Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

      Gay Clubs in De Moines

        The Garden Nightclub
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        525 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, USA

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        The Garden Nightclub moved to a new location in Des Moines East Village. The garden is a good place to mingle. It won three accolades in the 2021 Best of Des Moines awards:

        -Best Local Nightclub
        -Best Place to Host a Bachelorette Party
        -Best Drag King: Jack Frost
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        Last updated on: 8-Aug-2023

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